Minute 101: One of Our Agents

THIS WEEK’S HOSTS: Tierney Steel Callahan and Megan Coleman from The M*A*S*H Minute “… whom you so obviously disapprove,” says The Professor, referring to Eve Kendall. “Yes,” says Roger, “for using sex like some people use a fly swatter.” “Well, I don’t suppose it would matter to you that she was probably forced to do whatever she did in order to protect herself?” asks The Professor.  “To protect herself?” says Roger. “From what?” “Exposure,” replies The Professor, “and assassination. You see, Mister Thornhill,  she — she’s one of our agents.” Roger’s eyes widen. “Oh no,” he says.  “I know you didn’t mean it,” says The Professor, “but I’m afraid you have put her in an extremely dangerous situation. And much more than her life is at stake. “ The scene shifts to Mount Rushmore. The busts of four Presidents look down on Roger and The Professor who are standing at the entrance to the Visitors’ Center.  Roger is looking through a coin-operated telescope, while The Professor reads a newspaper.  “Suppose they don’t come?” asks Roger.  “They’ll come,” replies The Professor.  “I don’t like the way Teddy Roosevelt is looking at me,” says Roger.  “Perhaps he’s trying to give you one last word – -” begins The Professor.